Experts Call For Global Standards In India's AYUSH Health Diplomacy
· India · The Hindu, Business Standard
India is increasingly incorporating Yoga and Ayurveda into its global health diplomacy through trade agreements with Oman, New Zealand, and the EU. The India-EU FTA signed in January 2026 allows AYUSH practitioners to use Indian qualifications in countries lacking specific regulatory frameworks. While these agreements facilitate the mobility of instructors and the establishment of wellness centres, experts in New Delhi are calling for more credible international standards. They argue that formalising AYUSH as a service requires rigorous regulation, evidence-based practices, and consistent patient safety protocols. The government's current strategy aims to shift AYUSH from a cultural export to a formalised global health service.
Why it matters
Establishing credible international standards is essential for Indian AYUSH practitioners to operate effectively and safely within highly regulated global healthcare markets.
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